OSHA Safe + Sound Week: Why it matters and how to get involved Benita Mehta August 14, 2024 The central theme of Safe + Sound Week is to promote the implementation and enhancement of safety and health programs in workplaces. Read More
Why is heat top of mind for OSHA, workers and employers? A breakdown of the factors could pose heat illness risks Zach Pucillo August 14, 2024 This new rule from OSHA paired with dangerously high summer temperatures mean that heat safety will continue to weigh heavily for some time to come.Read More
OSHA Chief Doug Parker underscores agency’s commitment to worker safety and health At ASSP Safety 2024, he addresses enforcement, rulemaking Benita Mehta August 13, 2024 At ASSP Safety 2024, he addresses enforcement efforts, new and upcoming rulemaking, and the importance of a holistic approach to worker well-being.Read More
Construction supervisor pleads guilty to obstructing investigation into workplace death ISHN Staff July 24, 2024 One of New York man's employees died after a fall from an improperly secured roof.Read More
Safety 2024 in Denver features session with OSHA’s Doug Parker July 23, 2024 Parker will discuss OSHA's latest activities before taking questions from attendees and media members. Read More
Dollar General OSHA settlement requires corporate-wide safety investments in stores nationwide July 18, 2024 The retailer has struggled for years to comply with OSHA safety regulations Read More
Amazon Prime Day major cause of injuries for warehouse workers, Senate report says ISHN Staff July 18, 2024 The report said peak shopping times resulted in the “highest weekly injury rates” for Amazon warehouse workers. Read More
Unguarded trenches collapsed, trapped, injured workers Boston Waterproofing & Construction twice exposed workers to potentially deadly hazards July 18, 2024 A Boston waterproofing contractor exposed employees to life-threatening cave-ins and excavation hazards at worksites.Read More
OSHA: Roofing contractor willfully exposed own children to potentially deadly falls ISHN Staff July 12, 2024 The owner of a Liverpool, Pennsylvania roofing company risked the lives of two of his children by exposing them to falls from heights.Read More
The crucial role of generative AI in enhancing workplace safety: A comprehensive analysis Dr. Mike Goetsch June 24, 2024 Generative AI, a subset of AI that can produce human-like content, has emerged as a pivotal tool in enhancing workplace safety. Read More